Jessica Simpson Sitcom Coming

"I often find myself thinking that no one could ever make up the things that actually happen in my life," Jessica told The Hollywood Reporter. "So between the real-life elements and a great team of writers, I think we'll have people laughing." more on this story

Glee Cast Get Naked In Upcoming Episode

(Radio.com) New photos from an upcoming episode of Glee reveal much more than the plotline. On the January 31 episode titled "Naked," New Directions need to raise money for Regionals so some of the guys strip down to their skivvies for a Men of McKinley calendar.

Official photos show Sam (Chord Overstreet) in his swim trunks and Mr. October Jake (Jacob Artist) in a pumpkin.

While Blake Jenner (who plays Ryder Lynn) dresses up as Mr. July in his patriotic boxers and an Uncle Sam approved red, white and blue top hat. See the photos here.

Pitchfork Video Used to Jail Rapper

(Radio.com) Chief Keef's ongoing legal problems took a turn for the worse on Tuesday (January 15) when the embattled Chicago rapper was jailed for probation violation. It was video evidence that sealed Keef's fate, according to the Chicago Sun Times.

Last January, Keef (real name: Keith Cozart), was convicted of unlawful use of a weapon for an incident in which he waved a gun at a Chicago police officers. He was then sentenced to 18 months of probation and ordered to stay away from guns.

But in June, as part of promotion for his music, he went to a gun range with music website Pitchfork. He was seen in the video firing a semiautomatic rifle at a paper target.

The video has since been taken down but it was the center piece of evidence against the rapper in Tuesday's hearing. more on this story

Photosensitive Epilepsy Warning With Phoenix Album Announcement

(Radio.com) Phoenix, the critically acclaimed French band that broke out big-time with their 2009 full-length, Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, recently announced their imminent return with a new album scheduled for release in April of this year.

Now the band has posted a bizarre, seizure-inducing update to their official website, with the words "PHOENIX BANKRUPT!" flashing in a rapid-fire eruption of color to announce the album's title, Bankrupt.

Phoenix announced the new album title with a post to the French band's Facebook page, giving fans a "photosensitive epilepsy warning." more on this story

Lady Antebellum Tease New Music

(Radio.com) In the latest Webisode Wednesday episode from Lady Antebellum, Hillary, Charles, and Dave wished their fans the best for the new year, and they unveiled a bit of news.

Not only do they (or specifically, Hillary) have a baby on the way, but they also have some new music coming soon.

"We have a new record on the way," says Hillary. Dave chimes in after that, saying that they want to play a "very tiny little piece of our new single," which, he says, "comes out very soon." They then play five seconds of music (it kicks in at the one minute mark). Watch it here.

Nicki Minaj Addresses Idol Feud With Mariah Carey

(popmusiclife) Nicki Minaj stopped by Ellen this week to promote her new role on American Idol and to perform.

Idol premiered Wednesday, and Minaj's on-screen feuding with fellow new judge Mariah Carey was obvious right from the start.

Nicki spoke with Ellen about the situation. "I dunno, it was just two big 'ol divas, I guess," said Minaj. "Before I went in there, I heard all the stuff that was being said but I didn't believe it. I heard them saying Mariah doesn't want you on the panel, but I'm saying no, I'm friends with Mariah. And I was arguing people down, 'don't believe everything you read, you're crazy!' And so I went there and I kinda started feeling a little bit of the shade, and I just overcompensated by being crazier." Watch it here.

Rihanna Launching Fashion Line

(popmusiclife) Rihanna will launch her new fashion collection, Rihanna For River Island, next month at London Fashion Week. The singer will debut her Spring/Summer 2013 collection on February 16.

Items will be available in River Island stores in Great Britain, and in the United States and Japan at Opening Ceremony starting on March 5.

"Launching at London Fashion Week is a dream come true for me," Rihanna said last summer in a statement accompanying the announcement of her deal with the clothing company. "I have wanted to design my own collection for a long time and to present my collection for River Island alongside all of the other great design talent at LFW is a real privilege. I can't wait to see the reaction from my fans and the fashion press!" more on this story

Kenny Chesney Helping People With Alzheimer's Disease

(Gibson) Country boy Kenny Chesney is using his clout for the greater good. The singer, songwriter and guitarist has joined up with the Music and Memory organization to assist the group in servicing personal music players to people with Alzheimer's disease.

"The gift of a music player full of favorite songs can help reconnect people with Alzheimer's to good memories and to the people around them, and that's a ray of hope for a lot of people," Kenny said in a PSA for the Music and Memory organization.

The Music and Memory website reports those suffering from Alzheimer's who listen to their favorite music have experienced improved mood and increased socialization. more on this story

Kate Nash Announces Spring Tour

Kate Nash will be launching a brief spring tour of North America to promote her new studio album.

The new album, Girl Talk, is set to be released on March 5th and the tour will kick off on March 12th in Boston.

The 11-date trek will conclude with a grand finale in New York City on March 26th at the Bowery Ballroom. more on this story

Lonely & Blue: The Deepest Soul of Otis Reddin Coming in March

Stax Records have set a March 5, 2013 release date for Lonely & Blue: The Deepest Soul of Otis Reddin.

The new collection, which will bereleased as a CD and blue vinyl LP, contains the hits ("I've Been Loving You Too Long," "These Arms of Mine," "My Lover's Prayer," "Free Me") alongside many lesser-known songs ("Gone Again," "Open the Door," "Waste of Time," "Everybody Makes a Mistake," to name a few). They're all included in this compilation because they share the tangled theme of sorrow.

According to compilation producer David Gorman, "Given how nobody delivered a gut-wrenching sad song like Otis, I always felt he should have made an album you could put on late at night and settle into with a glass of something strong. The mood and the subject of every song is the same — Otis, heartbroken, and begging for love. I tried to find the saddest most potently heartbreaking songs he ever sang, with no regard for chart position or notoriety. There are a few hits on the album, but they're there because they fit the mood, not because we wanted to include the hits."

For instance, an alternate version of "I've Got Dreams To Remember" features lyrics that are darker and tell a more personal story than the better-known hit version. Little-known tracks like "Gone Again" and "A Waste of Time" are given the same weight as "I've Been Loving You too Long." The motif of love is even subtly addressed in the sequencing, the album closing with "Send Me Some Lovin'" and "My Lover's Prayer." more on this story

Bryan Adams In The Studio For Cuts Like A Knife Anniversary

Bryan Adams celebrates the 30th anniversary of his breakthrough album, Cuts Like A Knife, on syndicated radio show In The Studio.

Bryan shares with host Redbeard what was the common thread that made the Cuts Like a Knife album and tour a career-breaking success.

"When we went into the studio, I had written songs around the idea of playing them live. So, what you have on Cuts Like a Knife is a record of songs that are very accessible live. " Stream the special here.

Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown Kick Off Winter Tour Tonight

Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown kick off a series of Winter tour dates tonight with an appearance at Sundance Film Festival.

The group is touring in support of their new studio album, Wild Child, which will be released next Tuesday (January 22nd).

The tour kicks off with a release party Live at Sundance Film Festival at Everest Mansion, hosted by Adrian Grenier tonight. They will then play a series of shows along the west coast into early February. more on this story

Daughter Plan Headline Tour This Spring

Daughter will be hitting the road in May for a 16 date North American headline tour.

The tour will kick off at the Bowery Ballroom on May 1st in New York City and will conclude at the Troubadour in Los Angeles, CA on May 22, 2013.

Daughter will be touring in support of their debut album, If You Leave, which will be released on April 30th in North and South America. more on this story

Andrea Bocelli To Premiere New Album on TV

Andrea Bocelli has announced several high profile TV appearances in support of his new studio album "Passione" which comes out January 29.

Bocelli will make a special appearance on QVC on Sunday, January 27 at 5 PM (ET) to debut his new studio album "Passione."

During the Andrea Bocelli Q Sessions Live broadcast, Bocelli will be joined by legendary producer David Foster as he performs a selection of songs from his latest release and reveals the inspiration behind the romantically beautiful CD.

Fans will also have the opportunity to order "Passione," which will be bundled especially for QVC with six bonus tracks, before it hits stores.

Bocelli is also set to perform new music on Good Morning America (1/29), The View (1/30) and Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (2/1).

iHeartRadio will host a private show featuring a live performance by Andrea Bocelli on Monday, January 28th. The intimate show will be part of iHeartRadio Live, a Clear Channel entertainment production that features performances by today's top recording artists. Fans can tune in here.